Room to Read, a global non-profit organization dedicated to improving literacy and gender equality in education, has announced a vacancy for the position of Literacy Program Manager, Instructional Design & Teacher Support (Tamil Medium). The role, based in Colombo, aims to strengthen the organization’s efforts in primary-grade literacy and library programs across Sri Lanka.
Key Responsibilities:
- Program Leadership: Oversee the design and implementation of literacy programs for grades 2–6, aligning with government curricula and Room to Read’s global standards.
- Teacher Training: Develop and conduct workshops to enhance educators’ skills in literacy instruction and library management.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the Ministry of Education, schools, and community stakeholders to contextualize and scale up literacy initiatives.
- Monitoring & Evaluation: Track program outcomes and recommend improvements to ensure effectiveness.
Qualifications & Experience:
- A Master’s degree in Education or a related field.
- Minimum 6 years of experience in literacy programs, teacher training, or library management.
- Proven ability to design training modules and mentor educators.
- Strong communication skills in English; proficiency in Tamil is essential.
- Willingness to travel frequently to rural schools.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary with health, dental, and insurance benefits.
- Opportunity to contribute to transformative education projects impacting millions of children.
Application Process:
Interested candidates must submit a resume and referee details within 10 days of this announcement. Room to Read emphasizes a zero-tolerance policy toward child abuse and requires rigorous background checks for all hires.
Quote: “This role is a chance to be part of a mission-driven organization that believes every child deserves quality education,” said a Room to Read spokesperson.
